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    Food pantry (groceries)

    “ELIJAH’S BREAD” FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHURCH

    8 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.62 mi


    Info

    Nonperishable food is available to residents of Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, and Carteret.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Sun, November 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Sun, November 29th (in 3 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Sunday

    Map of “ELIJAH’S BREAD” FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHURCH

    Location

    121 East Prospect Avenue

    Woodbridge, NJ 07095

    directions

    Contact

    (732) 636-7727

    http://www.yourfamilychurch.com/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    13 minutes

    average wait time

    0.46 mi


    Info

    A community food-assistance program operated by First Presbyterian Church of Avenel that distributes emergency food to low-income residents.

    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • 10:00 am–11:30 am

      every month on the last Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.36 mi


    Info

    A registration form must be filled out. You will be required to show ID and a proof of income (driver license, social security card, pay stub). Non-perishable food is available for Port Reading and Sewaren residents.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, December 16th (next month)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, January 20th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

  5. How do I get food?

    You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.

  6. Can someone deliver the food to my house?

    Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Avenel.

  7. What do I have to bring?

    Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    27 reviews

    Unclaimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    1.74 mi


    Info

    Serves woodbridge residents only

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Next Thursday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Wednesday, Thursday

    • 5:30 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    16 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.52 mi


    Info

    A food pantry operated by St. Cecelia Church that provides essential support to those in need.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, December 1st (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    37 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.94 mi


    Info

    Provides food assistance to individuals and families in need through a community food pantry.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Toiletries may be available
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • Thu, November 26th (in 2 weeks)

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • Thu, December 3rd (in 3 weeks)

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 10:30 am–11:30 am

      every month on the 1st Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    19 reviews

    Unclaimed

    17 minutes

    average wait time

    1.58 mi


    Info

    Community outreach organization serving people and families in need.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Saturday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, December 19th (next month)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, January 16th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    27 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.46 mi


    Info

    The next food pantry is on February 28, 2026 from 11:00 am -1:00 pm.

    The food pantry is on the last Saturday of every OTHER month. Except for months with major holidays like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas where it is the Saturday before the holiday.

    All clients must present a valid picture ID and show proof of address

    All clients must register with Plentiful by either of the following methods:

    *1. Downloading the Plentiful App from the App Store and signing up

    *2. Registering on the website https://app.plentifulapp.com/

    *3. Texting the word FOOD to 726879

    Please show your QR code by opening up your profile in the Plentiful App to be served.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, December 26th (next month)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, January 30th (in 2 months)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the last Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    52 reviews

    Unclaimed

    3 minutes

    average wait time

    3.84 mi


    Info

    A community-based food pantry operated by the Linden Interfaith Network for Community Services (LINCS) that provides groceries and essential items to households in need.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • Referral required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Mon, November 23rd (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Monday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    2.73 mi


    Info

    Living Water Family Outreach is the community outreach arm of Living Water Family Ministries, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The program distributes free food baskets containing fresh fruits and vegetables, canned goods, and other staples, along with clothing, seasonal coats, toiletries, and health supplies, to roughly one hundred and fifty families in need across Middlesex and Union Counties in New Jersey. In addition to monthly food distributions, the organization sponsors community events including health fairs, picnics, flea markets, and seasonal clothing drives, and provides social guidance and other assistance to local residents.

    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Saturday

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–2:00 pm @ Senior citizen delivery

      • Seniors only
      • Delivery may be available
    • Sat, December 19th (next month)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    • 9:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Tuesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Avenel accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.

  16. What kind of food do they have?

    Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

  17. Do they have vegetables?

    Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Avenel do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. Do they have meat?

    Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

  19. Any pantries open today?

    You can browse these pages for resources in Avenel to see if any are open today. If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options in Avenel.

  20. Where are you located?

    Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Avenel for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

  21. Can I get a reminder before my visit?

    Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Avenel for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

  23. How do I get help from a real person?

    You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Avenel, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.